UP named 2013 Railroad Company of the Year

Union Pacific earned the 2013 Railroad Company of the Year Award from Evergreen Shipping Agency (America) Corp. The annual award is presented to suppliers and vendors that provide superior service and maintain high performance levels.

The company recognized Union Pacific for its excellence in quality and service, commending the railroad's support that allows Evergreen to provide excellent service to its customers.

"We are honored to receive the 2013 Railroad Company of the Year Award," said John Kaiser, Union Pacific's vice president and general manager intermodal. "We remain committed to supporting Evergreen with the utmost customer service and transportation offerings tailored to its success."

Union Pacific's Intermodal team provides a wide range of multimodal transportation solutions for both domestic and international freight. The railroad's extensive door-to-door and ramp-to-ramp services provide customers access to markets throughout North America, with the flexibility to move freight in rail-owned shipping containers or private equipment. Union Pacific offers less-than-truckload options for small shipments and is committed to offering truck-competitive rates and service schedules.